Frog Fractions is the finest edutainment Flash game you can find. Only, it's really not. Beneath the seemingly mundane, Frog Fractions shines as a beacon. A beacon of randomness, but a beacon nonetheless. The Report spoke with creator Jim Crawford to find out what the thought process was behind this insane collection of pop culture references, memes, and game play styles. Read More
We may think that politicians and gun control groups talking about video games is part of a healthy discussion, but the reality is that gamers are everywhere, we're handling our hobby just fine, and there is nothing niche about our hobby. The reality may soon catch up with the hyperbole, but until then remember that you're surrounded by gamers, and that's a beautiful thing. Read More
We're back to debating about violence in games, and what it means for the country. Vice President Joe Biden wants to meet with the NRA, and those in the entertainment industry. Quentin Tarantino may have it right: You don't need to justify art, and certainly not in the context of unconnected, real-world violence. Read More
You can now pick up a prime selection of in-game currency, equipment, and bonuses by purchasing one of MechWarrior Tactics' Founder's packages, and you'll also receive instant admission to the closed beta. We talk to the game's director about why purchased upgrades are random, the feedback from the beta, and the dedicated fans already playing. Read More
Huntsman: The Orphanage is a horror game without blood or violence, created by a man who saw the effects of violence during his time in the circus and now lives at the edge of a New Zealand jungle. The Report sits down to talk with creator Dene Waring to learn how an extraordinary life informed such an interesting game. Read More
Policy makers, pundits, and politicians are back to arguing about violent games and their impact on our society. The reality is that the science is complex, the law has spoken, and the ultimate responsibility for the media we consume and our reactions to it is a personal topic with no single "right" answer. Read More
GameStick is yet another Android console, comparable to the infamous OUYA. Where others fight on power, GameStick is relying on its tiny size and convenience to make a splash. We speak to the company's CEO, and get excited at the possibilities. Read More
2 Player Productions spent two years, funding from a successful Kickstarter, and a pile of their own money to create and release a wonderful documentary about Mojang, the studio that was created due to the success of Minecraft. For the first time, the three men explain why they uploaded their own film to the Pirate Bay. Read More
Strike Suit Zero is a visually striking game, and it brings back a flavor of space combat that has been sorely missed. Dan Lodge, the game's lead artist, walks us through the concept art for characters, military uniforms, and the game's signature ship. Read More
The town of Southington, Connecticut wants to start a discussion about violence in media in the wake of the Sandy Hook school shooting. To that end, they're planning a video game drop-off, where the town's community will collect, and subsequently destroy, donated video games. It's a misguided gesture, but one that comes from an honest place of hurt and confusion. Read More
"Games Journalism" is broken. Many sites suffer from forced output cycles, "news" about cakes, and playing along with the industry PR machine. We can do better.
Learn MoreAs the senior editor for the PA Report, Ben travels around the world talking to incredibly interesting people and playing a ridiculous amount of games. His job is to share those experiences via the PA Report while he raises his three kids in Cincinnati, Ohio with his wife.
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